Joël Robuchon

It’s my second time visiting here :) Had an wonderful experience here again, we enjoyed the 9 course signature menu. The staff were nice and friendly, the food of course was absolutely amazing, especially the 2 white truffle dishes, and the birthday cake had this harmonious flavor, a perfect combination of rose, lychee and raspberry.

I visited Robuchon on the first week of the reopening. When I arrived the interior was redecorated and redesigned completely, actually it was a whole different area. The food was quite good with lots of creativity, but lacked some speed in service, and a little bit of the taste. There wasn’t much to say as I’m not an expert at anything, except that the service was decent as all ways, even though I thought the atmosphere could be a bit better like the original. I still enjoyed my time there, and would recommend you to visit some time.

Dining at L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon in Hong Kong is always a memorable experience, and this visit was no different in terms of food quality and presentation. Every dish was beautifully arranged with great attention to detail, and the flavours were refined, balanced, and inventive — exactly what you would expect from a restaurant of this calibre. From the amuse-bouche to dessert, each course showcased precision and artistry, delivering a genuine culinary experience. However, our seating arrangement had a minor downside. We were seated at the far end of the counter, which was quite quiet and somewhat separated from the main buzz of the dining area. Part of the appeal of sitting at the counter in Robuchon is being able to watch the chefs at work and enjoy the lively interaction between the kitchen and guests. Unfortunately, from our position, we couldn’t see much of what was happening behind the counter, which diminished a bit of that signature "L’Atelier" experience. One pleasant surprise was the wine prices. The selection is broad, and the prices are notably reasonable — perhaps the most affordable among fine dining restaurants in Hong Kong. It’s uncommon to find such a thoughtful and fairly priced wine list at this level of restaurant, which definitely enhances the overall value and enjoyment of the meal. The service was generally fine and efficient, though there is room for improvement in terms of warmth and attentiveness. The staff were polite and professional, but at times, the interaction felt slightly formal and distant. A touch more friendliness and engagement would have made the experience even more memorable and personal. Overall, L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon continues to deliver on its promise of exceptional cuisine and elegant dining. The food was exquisite, the wine list impressive, and the atmosphere refined — though I would recommend requesting a more central seat at the counter for a fuller experience. Despite a few minor service and seating issues, it remains one of the top dining destinations in Hong Kong for those who appreciate fine French gastronomy.

Dinner at the just renovated Joël Robuchon Hong Kong branch to try the Signature Menu 8 dishes, each dish is the climax. 1️⃣ Homemade bread basket First of all, especially to praise the bread here fresh just baked, once the lid has smelled vanilla and wheat, bite super loose, crispy outside and soft inside, with butter together is really great, people can not help but want to order more pieces, appetizing and high quality. 2️⃣ Parsley and white truffle gondola The white truffle aroma is super strong, served with crisps, the first bite is already amazing. The palate is layered, with truffle and vanilla flavors enhancing each other, simple but extremely highlighting the flavor of the ingredients themselves. 3️⃣ Sologne Imperial caviar with Alaskan king crab This dish is very signature, the preparation process is extremely complicated, and it looks like a work of art. Savory caviar, cold lobster soup, cauliflower cream, with king crab meat sweet and tender, full of freshness, the two perfectly blend, every bite can eat the chef's thought, endless aftertaste . 4️⃣ Scampi ravioli with black truffle and green cabbage The French wontons are wrapped in fresh and sweet shrimp, and the black truffle sauce is smooth and layered. 5️⃣ Soft boiled egg with Alba white truffle The egg yolk is melted with Alba white truffle slices for a striking aroma. There is a piece of rice cake made from pearl rice at the bottom. It is crispy and delicious, bringing a rich layered taste to the whole dish. 6️⃣ Pan-seared scallop with green curry and coriander sauce The scallops were fried just right, slightly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and served with a light green curry that was a surprise. 7️⃣ Roasted blue lobster with green peas, bisque sauce The lobster meat is soft and sweet, and the rich lobster soup with sweet beans is very fresh! 8️⃣ Slow cooked Châteaubriant beef & foie gras The beef and goose liver melt in your mouth, the beef is fragrant, fat but not greasy, with classic red wine sauce, French romance is revealed. The mashed potatoes on the side were super fragrant and smooth, definitely Robuchon’s signature, and one couldn’t help but clear them up. After the meal, the restaurant will also serve a bowl of chicken soup, with a light medicinal flavor, which is very warm to drink, can relieve a little greasiness. 🍰 Dessert cart Choose from five French desserts, especially recommend the layer cake and chocolate tart, which are exquisite and not greasy. In addition, the restaurant offers Earl Gray, which perfectly ends this French feast. Each dish has a sense of layering, solid work, exquisite presentation, the gold medal waiter service is excellent, but other junior waiters have to work harder to adapt to the details of the dish.

Have tried many Robuchon around the world and I have to say they keep their standard at a very stable level. I can rarely find a Robuchon that does not deliver a certain level of satisfaction. That being said, it also didn't give me much wow or exceptional experiences either. Just for the consistency (across countries and years), it already deserves an award. I still think it is a very good restaurant overall and definitely worth trying, knowing that people usually won't be disappointed. The HK one is one of my favorite.